Receptionist and Admin Assistant

inploi; Stockport; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A special education institution in Stockport is seeking a dedicated School Receptionist to provide a welcoming first point of contact for students, parents, and staff. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail, and prior administrative experience in a school setting. This role offers a permanent, term-time contract with negotiable hours and a salary range of £26,403 – £28,142 pro rata based on term-time work.

Qualifications

• Experience in an administrative or reception role, preferably in a school setting.

Responsibilities

• Be the first point of contact for students, parents, staff and visitors.
• Manage a variety of administrative tasks in a busy school office.
• Support school operations by handling reception duties.

Skills

Friendly demeanor

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Overview

Castle Hill High School is a special school for students aged 11–20 with significant and complex needs. The school currently has 349 students on roll. In July 2023, Ofsted judged the school to be Outstanding. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all students and aim to prepare them for the world of work and to develop positive attitudes and values.

All students have Education Health and Care Plans. Needs include communication and social interaction difficulties, cognition and learning difficulties, and autistic spectrum disorder.

About the Role

We are seeking a friendly, organised, and professional individual to join our team as a School Receptionist. As the first point of contact for students, parents, staff, and visitors, you will help create a welcoming and supportive environment in a busy school office. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage a variety of administrative tasks.

Hours and terms: Ideally 35–37 hours per week (hours to be negotiated at interview). Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only. Salary: Scale 4, points 7–11 (£26,403 – £28,142 FTE). Salary will be pro rata to term-time hours.

Required for: As soon as possible.

How to apply: Application forms and job description are available to download. Completed applications should be returned to the Headteacher at [e-mail] or at the above school address.

Closing Date: Sunday 12 October 2025. Interviews: To be confirmed.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant’s appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances including a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Responsibilities

• Be the first point of contact for students, parents, staff and visitors, providing a welcoming and supportive environment.
• Manage a variety of administrative tasks in a busy school office with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Support school operations by handling reception duties and routine administrative processes as required.

Qualifications and Skills

• Friendly, organised, and professional demeanor with excellent communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Experience in an administrative or reception role, preferably in a school setting.

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